Montana State University Billings (MSU Billings) is a four-year, public school located in Billings, MT. It is classified as Master's College and University with medium programs by Carnegie Classification
The MSU Billings's tuition & fees is $7,280 for Montana residents and $22,897 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 73% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $4,177.
The school has a total enrollment of 4,129 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).
MSU Billings ranked 3rd in Montana Colleges rankings. Montana State University Billings is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
MSU Billings has 1 campuses and you can check institutes' campuses section for their information.
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Montana State University Billings is $7,280 for in-state students and $22,897 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $8,899 for in-state students and $25,409 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $7,903 for Montana residents and $24,560 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,518 for Montana residents and $27,148 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $7,280 | $22,897 |
| Graduate | $8,899 | $25,409 |
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $7,903 | $24,560 |
| Graduate | $9,518 | $27,148 |
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
| Graduation Rate » | 30% |
|---|---|
| Transfer-out Rate | 4% |
| Retention Rate | 56%(full-time), 45% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 7.14% (14 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 4,129 (3,881 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $4,177 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Montana State University Billings offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
| Learning Opportunities | |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
| On-Campus Services | |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Address | 1500 University Drive, Billings, MT 59101-0298 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 406-657-2011 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-year, public |
| Carnegie Category | Master's College and University (medium programs) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
Montana State University Billings has 1 campuses and colleges. The following table shows each campus information. You can check the detailed tuition and directory inforatmion of each school by following the link on the school's name
| Name | Location | Tuition & Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-State | Out-of-State | ||
| City College Montana State University Billings | Billings, MT | $4,897 | $10,823 |
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